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CAF awards Super Eagles 3 points, fine Libya $50,000
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) awarded the Super Eagles three points and three goals after Libya forfeited their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. This strengthened Nigeria’s lead in the group, giving them 10 points, four ahead of Benin. Libya remains at the bottom with one point. A draw with Benin next month would secure Nigeria’s spot in the 2025 AFCON in Morocco. Additionally, CAF fined the Libya Football Federation $50,000, payable within 60…
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‘I’m now richer than politicians, oil moguls I looked up to’ – Burna Boy
Afrobeat musician Burna Boy revealed that he is now wealthier than many Nigerian politicians and oil tycoons he once admired. He shared this on his Instagram story on Saturday, advising his followers not to underestimate those younger than themselves. Revealing his financial status, the singer explained “Imagine growing up and only oil men and politicians were the ones really getting the real money followed by the G boys. Music wasn’t even in the conversation when…
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Fire guts Lagos Blue Line rail track
A portion of the Lagos State Blue Line rail track was damaged by fire on Saturday. The incident took place near NEPA Station by Ejo Bridge, heading towards Apogbon. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, confirmed that no casualties were reported. Posting on X, Akosile wrote: “There was a fire outbreak on a small section of the Lagos Blue Line track at a spot opposite NEPA Station by Eko Bridge…
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I felt like the world was against me when I lost election in 2015 – Former President, Goodluck Jonathan
Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan shared his emotional experience following his defeat in the 2015 election. He spoke at the inaugural Raymond Dokpesi Annual Diamond Lecture in Abuja on Friday, October 25. Organized by Daar Communications and the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, the event honored the late media mogul Raymond Dokpesi, who passed away in May 2023. “It is not easy to lose an election as a president. You will think the whole world…
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‘My joke about General Abacha almost led to my death’ – Ali Baba narrates
Veteran Nigerian comedian Ali Baba recounted how a joke he made about former military leader General Sani Abacha nearly cost him his life. The 59-year-old shared the story during an appearance on Leadership Podcast, recalling the tense atmosphere at one of his performances during Abacha’s regime. “The first close encounter I had with death is when general Sani Abacha was the President, he said “So, I went to anchor an event in Abuja. So when…
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Sex demands led to my 14-year absence from Nollywood – Actress Jumoke George
Renowned Nollywood actress Jumoke George has disclosed the reason behind her 14-year hiatus from the film industry. In an interview on Oyinmomo TV, she shared that challenges in her career, including her dark complexion and her refusal to exchange sex for roles, contributed to her long absence. “My dark complexion was not the only setback I faced in my career. Another reason why I did not get movie roles for like 14 years is my…
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I would have gotten third term presidency if I wanted, Govs were interested – Obasanjo
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo stated that he could have secured a third term in office if he had wanted one, but he chose not to pursue it. In an interview with News Central TV on Thursday, Obasanjo explained that his decision was based on a lack of desire for a third term. He also mentioned that some former governors in his administration were interested in extending their own terms and were waiting for him to…
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If my husband doubts the paternity of our children I will concede to DNA test but he will pay me N100m for mistrust and emotional trauma – Nigerian lawyer says
A Nigerian lawyer, Stella, stated that she would agree to a DNA test if her husband questioned their children’s paternity, but only if he signed an agreement to compensate her with N100 million for mistrust and emotional distress. She shared this in a post on Facebook. According to her, women should not be afraid of DNA tests if there is nothing to hide
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Igbos want fairness and equity. Treat us as you are treating everybody else – Abaribe
Former Senate Minority Leader, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, stated that the Igbos have long sought fair treatment and equality, similar to that given to other regions in the country. Abaribe made this remark during an interview on Arise TV on Thursday night, October 24. He expressed that the Tinubu administration has shown unfairness toward the South East by appointing only five individuals from the region to his cabinet, while selecting up to ten from other regions.…
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Normalize telling your friends that they are fat, its not body shaming -activist/lawyer, Deji Adeyanju
Activist and lawyer Deji Adeyanju has urged Nigerians to make it normal to tell their friends if they are overweight. In a post on his X handle, Adeyanju expressed that pointing out a friend’s weight isn’t “body shaming” and emphasized that friends have a responsibility to be honest with each other.
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(Photos) Veteran actress, Sola Sobowale’s daughter set to wed her heartthrob
Veteran actress Sola Sobowale is about to become a mother-in-law, as her daughter, Mide, is engaged to Francis Osinloye and set to wed. She shared beautiful pre-wedding photos of the couple on her Instagram page. She wrote; ’My baby found her forever person. My heart is overwhelmed with joy. I’ve gained a son. A wonderful inspiring young man. All the glory be to God. I love you both”
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Raise your daughters to be self sufficient, there is security in being independent – Singer, Simi tells Parents
Popular Nigerian singer, Simi, has shared advice for parents on raising their daughters. In a video posted on her Instagram page, Simi encouraged parents to teach their daughters to take control of their financial future and not rely on others for support. She criticized the mindset of some parents who pray for their daughters to marry wealthy men, urging them instead to raise their girls to be independent and self-sufficient. “Parents raise your daughters to…
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